Grapevine, CA – Drivers traveling through the Grapevine are facing major disruptions today after a serious crash forced a full closure of Interstate 5 southbound near Vista Del Lago.
According to the California Highway Patrol’s Fort Tejon–Grapevine office, I-5 southbound lanes south of Vista Del Lago are completely closed due to an overturned semi tractor-trailer. The crash prompted officials to divert all southbound traffic onto State Route 138 as emergency crews work to clear the scene.
CHP officials say traffic is already heavy along SR-138, with significant backups forming as drivers are funneled off the interstate. Motorists heading south are strongly encouraged to seek alternate routes or delay travel if possible.
The closure remains in effect for an undetermined amount of time while emergency personnel and cleanup crews work to safely remove the overturned truck and reopen the lanes. No estimated reopening time has been provided.
The affected area sits in Kern County near the Los Angeles County line, a critical corridor connecting Southern California to the Central Valley. Any prolonged shutdown is expected to have regional traffic impacts, especially for commercial vehicles and long-distance travelers.
Drivers are urged to monitor real-time traffic updates, allow for extra travel time, and follow directions from law enforcement on scene. CHP has not released information regarding injuries or the cause of the crash.
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